I've had the 6'7" LTX (Medium) spinning rod and have had absolutely no problems with it. It's my favorite rod, and I'm thinking of purchasing a 7' MH model come next season. The "Carrots" are super light and you can fish all day with them and not tire from casting. I have a Shimano Sahara 2500FB reel mounted on mine with 8# Yo-Zuri Hybrid line.